World Health Organization moves to debunk hantavirus myths

The World Health Organization (WHO) has moved to counter growing misinformation about hantavirus amid rising public concern and speculation on social media.

The clarification comes as Zimbabwean health authorities announced plans to place three healthcare workers returning from Ascension Island after being identified as contacts of a confirmed hantavirus case.

The Ministry of Health and Child Care said they are asymptomatic and being monitored in line with international protocols.

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